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Special Districts Filing Resources

To learn more about the different types of special districts within Benton County, refer to the Special District section of this website. There you will find information about what each type of district does, qualifications, duties and responsibilities of elected board members, and contact information for the boards that serve your area.

You must be a registered voter living in the district to file as a candidate for their board. You may call the Elections Office at 541-766-6756 for the districts you are qualified to run for and when positions on their board will appear on the ballot.

Special Districts elect their board members in the Special District Election which is held in odd numbered years in May. The next scheduled Special District Election is May 21, 2019.

Filing by Declaration
First day to file: February 9, 2019
Last day to file: March 21, 2019
Fee: $10.00

Filing by Petition
First day to file: February 9, 2019
Last day to file: March 14, 2019; 7 days before filing deadline
Number of signatures: Contact the Benton County Elections Office

Filing forms must be typed or typed information attached to form. After completing the form, print it and sign it, before submitting it to the elections office either in person or by mail. An original signature is required. These forms can also be obtained at the Elections Office 120 NW 4th St Room 13, Corvallis, OR 97330.

County Voters' Pamphlet
First, determine if there will be a County Voters' Pamphlet produced for this election. Inclusion in the County Voters' Pamphlet is optional with a fee. Please refer to the County Voters' Pamphlet page for instructions, deadlines and fees.